On January 8, 2024, the Department of Basic

Sciences and Humanities at Dr. Bapuji Salunkhe Institute of Engineering and Technology hosted a guest lecture on Nanomaterials for the Engineering Physics subject. The event was attended by nearly 100 students and faculty members, and was delivered by the esteemed Dr. Sanjay S. Latthe Sir, a renowned expert in the field of physics.

The lecture provided a comprehensive overview of Nanomaterials, covering key topics such as introduction to nanomaterials, top-down approach, bottom-up approach, applications of nanomaterials, carbon nanotubes, XRD, FESEM, and VSM tool. Dr. Latthe’s presentation was well-structured and engaging, with examples and illustrations that supported the theoretical explanations. The audience was highly impressed with his expertise and presentation skills.

The event was organized under the guidance of Prof. Rohan B. Patil, HoD of Basic Sciences and Humanities and Academic Dean, Prof. Viren D. Bhirdi Sir, Director, BSIET and Dr. Suhas G. Sapate Sir, Principal of BSIET. The convener of the program were Prof. Akshay L. Chavan and Prof. Shivani P. Patil, who played a crucial role in making the event a success.

The guest lecture was a huge success, with the participants gaining valuable insights and knowledge on Nanomaterials. The event provided an opportunity for networking and interaction with the guest speaker, which was highly appreciated by the attendees. The Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities is grateful to Dr. Latthe for his expertise and presence, and to the organizing team for their efforts in making the event a success.

The points covered in the lecture were well-received by the audience, and included:

1. Introduction to nanomaterials, which provided a foundation for understanding the subject
2. Top-down approach, which explained the process of reducing bulk materials to the nanoscale
3. Bottom-up approach, which involved building nanomaterials from individual atoms or molecules
4. Applications of nanomaterials, which highlighted the potential uses of these materials in various fields
5. Carbon nanotubes, which are a type of nanomaterial with unique electrical and mechanical properties
6. XRD, which is a technique used to characterize the crystal structure of nanomaterials
7. FESEM, which is a tool used to image the surface morphology of nanomaterials

Overall, the guest lecture was a valuable learning experience for the participants, and provided a comprehensive understanding of Nanomaterials and their applications. The Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities looks forward to hosting similar events in the future, and is grateful to Dr. Latthe and the organizing team for their contributions to making this event a success.